Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luz A. Cruz De Santana ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luz A. Cruz De Santana's student population of 284 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luz A. Cruz De Santana ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luz A. Cruz De Santana is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luz A. Cruz De Santana's ranking?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana is ranked #204 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
284 students attend Luz A. Cruz De Santana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luz A. Cruz De Santana students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Luz A. Cruz De Santana offer ?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Luz A. Cruz De Santana part of?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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